Russia's return to international ice hockey is already turning into a disaster. Following the court ruling overturning Russia's ban, here's the updated situation: Refusal to play against Russia (7): Latvia Finland Sweden Czech Republic Norway Denmark Austria Host countries limiting Russian participation: Canada - World Junior Czech Republic - Visa restrictions against Russia's return, but undecided whether to refuse to play: Germany - Considering giving up 2027 World Cup hosting Great Britain None Confirmed refusal to play: France USA Switzerland Slovakia Sponsors join opposition. AJ Products has retired, Nokian Tires is threatening to do so.

Russia's return to international ice hockey is already turning into a disaster. Following the court ruling overturning Russia's ban, here's the updated situation: Refusal to play against Russia (7): Latvia Finland Sweden Czech Republic Norway Denmark Austria Host countries limiting Russian participation: Canada - World Junior Czech Republic - Visa restrictions against Russia's return, but undecided whether to refuse to play: Germany - Considering giving up 2027 World Cup hosting Great Britain None Confirmed refusal to play: France USA Switzerland Slovakia Sponsors join opposition. AJ Products has retired, Nokian Tires is threatening to do so.